NEW ZEALAND: MBIE Publishes Discussion Document for Preparation of 5G
During March 2018, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) of New Zealand published a discussion document for the preparation of 5G in the country with the following objective: “the objective of this discussion document is to canvas industry’s views on the key issues and actions by government required to support the roll out […]
NEW ZEALAND: Radiocommunications Regulations Notice
On January 31, 2018, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) of New Zealand published on the official gazette a notice prohibiting the supply and offer for supply of 22 – 26 GHz vehicular short-range radar parts and equipment in New Zealand (excluding devices operating in the narrow band 24.000 – 24.250 GHz narrow […]
COLOMBIA: Public Consultation on Spectrum Requirements for Free Use
On April 5, 2018, the Agencia Nacional del Espectro (ANE) of Colombia, published a public consultation on spectrum requirements for free use. Since resolution 711 of 2016 regarding spectrum of free use was published, there have been new inquiries and needs regarding this subject due to the great advancement of technology as well as the new and different technical conditions […]
CHILE: SEC Modifies Resolution Exenta N 19/2016 for Cellular Chargers Safety Certifications
As previously announced by the Ministry of Energy, Resolution Exenta N° 19/2016 for Cellular chargers (switched sources) need to obtain a type approval certificate from an authorized Certification Body in order to be commercialized in the country of Chile. Recently, the Superintendence of Electricity and Fuels (SEC) approved the technical requirements for the testing of this certification: […]
SINGAPORE: Enterprise Singapore Updates Safety Mark
On April 6, 2018, an administration of consumer protection circular was published by Enterprise Singapore to all registered suppliers in order to inform suppliers about the merger between SPRING Singapore and International Enterprise to form Enterprise Singapore, the new Safety Authority of Singapore. The main objective of the circular is to go over the registration […]
BRAZIL: ANATEL Postpones Implementation of EMC Testing Requirements for Category II Devices
On March 27, 2018, ANATEL of Brazil published an official communication, ACT 2311, to all OCDs and Laboratories in Brazil announcing a 3 month extension for Act No.14448, which introduced two new lab testing requirements for restricted radio communication equipment that fall within Category II devices (except modules). This extension came after a high number […]
USA: FCC Publishes Guidance for Certification of GMRS and FRS Transmitting Equipment
On February 5, 2018 the FCC published a guidance for certification of GMRS and FRS transmitting equipment. This document addresses Part 95 of “General Rules for the Personal Radio Services”, Subpart E–Technical Regulations, and covers relevant information, such as: 1. Combined GMRS-FRS transmitting equipment: New grants are not allowed for hand-held portable equipment having a […]
USA: FCC Publish Ultra-Wideband Guide Based on FAQ
On January 29, 2018 the FCC published a guide for Ultra-Wideband (UWB) devices, in which it highlights important aspects of the clause 10.1 of ANSI C63.10-2013, as follows: 1. The technical characteristics that must be measured to demonstrate UWB device are listed in sections 15.31, 15.33, 15.35(a), 15.35(b), 15.204, 15.207, and 15.52. Those are: emission […]
MEXICO: ANCE Reveals 4 Standard Projects in Standardization and Certification Consultation
On January 17, 2018, the Official Gazette of Mexico published an official consultation ‘Association of Standardization and Certification, AC’ mentioning it was working on new rules for security of devices that use energy sources below 1kv for DC and 1.5kv for AC; taking care of use of devices more than features or design. Three additional […]
RUSSIA: Restrictions on Hazardous Substances POSTPONED until 2020
The circulation, production and release of electrical and electronic equipment are allowed in the territory of the Eurasian Economic Union until March 1st, 2020, without the implementation of conformity and compliance documents specifying the requirements of the “Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Radioelectronic Products” (TR EAES 037/2016). It was originally […]